{"id":91163,"date":"2025-12-01T18:32:54","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T18:32:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/jammeh-loyalists-announce-delay-in-his-planned-homecoming"},"modified":"2025-12-01T19:17:13","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T19:17:13","slug":"jammeh-loyalists-announce-delay-in-his-planned-homecoming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/jammeh-loyalists-announce-delay-in-his-planned-homecoming","title":{"rendered":"Jammeh Loyalists Announce Delay in his Planned Homecoming"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong><\/span><b>The Alliance for Patriotic Reorientation and Construction (APRC) has announced that the anticipated homecoming of former President Yahya AJJ Jammeh has been put off.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>According to the faction of APRC still loyal to the former president, Jammeh\u2019s homecoming, initially scheduled for November, has been postponed due to unfinished logistical arrangements.<\/p>\n<p>The announcement was made by the party\u2019s Media and Communications Director, Sadibou Badjie, on behalf of the 1st Deputy Party Leader, Momodou Yafaye Tamba, and the National Executive of the APRC. In the statement, party leaders urged supporters and loyalists to continue preparing for Jammeh\u2019s return, emphasizing that the visit remains imminent once all logistical requirements are finalized.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhile the date has been delayed, all preparations towards welcoming our leader should continue in earnest,\u201d the statement read. \u201cThe exact date of his return will be communicated as soon as arrangements are completed. We apologize for any inconvenience this postponement may cause.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The APRC reaffirmed its support for Jammeh, describing him as a \u201chero\u201d and expressing hope that Allah continues to guide and protect him. Party officials also called on militants and Gambians of goodwill to remain patient and steadfast in anticipation of the former president\u2019s return.<\/p>\n<p>This announcement comes amid on-going speculation about Jammeh\u2019s intentions and the political implications of his eventual homecoming. The APRC has consistently maintained that his return is a key moment for the party and its supporters, and the current delay underscores the need for careful planning and coordination.<\/p>\n<p>While no new date has been provided, the party\u2019s leadership reassures the public that Jammeh\u2019s return is still expected in the near future. The postponement highlights the logistical and organizational challenges involved in orchestrating the former president\u2019s homecoming, which has attracted significant national and regional attention.<\/p>\n<p>Supporters have been urged to maintain calm, remain engaged in party activities, and continue preparations for the eventual welcoming ceremony, ensuring that Jammeh\u2019s return is conducted smoothly and safely.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Gambia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. The Alliance for Patriotic Reorientation and Construction (APRC) has announced that the anticipated homecoming of former President Yahya AJJ Jammeh has been put off. According to the faction of APRC still loyal to the former president, Jammeh\u2019s homecoming, initially scheduled for November, has been postponed due to unfinished logistical arrangements. 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